MEDICATION MANAGEMENT IN SAN DIEGO
Medication care that listens first
At San Diego Therapy Center, medication management is never one-size-fits-all. Our prescriber listens first, explains your options clearly, and works alongside your counselor to support your goals.
What Is Medication Management?
A collaborative process to explore whether medication may help, monitor how you feel, and adjust your care over time. Your questions, preferences, and goals guide the conversation.
Listen & Understand
We take time to learn about your concerns, history, and goals.
Explore Your Options
We discuss whether medication may be a helpful part of your care and review the potential benefits and considerations.
Review & Adjust
We monitor how you’re feeling and make changes as needed, with your input.
Support for What You’re Facing
Care begins with understanding your symptoms and how they affect your daily life.
Depression
Explore medication options for persistent low mood, low energy, and loss of interest.
Anxiety
Discuss support for ongoing worry, tension, or panic that interferes with daily life.
ADHD
Explore options for attention, impulsivity, and everyday functioning.
Mood Changes
Understand changes in mood and discuss a plan based on a careful assessment.
Trauma & PTSD
Discuss medication for symptoms alongside trauma-focused care.
A PARTNER IN YOUR CARE
Meet Your Prescriber
Nicholas Cooper is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) from Johns Hopkins University (California License #95041195). I am passionate about providing high quality, comprehensive, and integrated mental health care across the lifespan.
Medication, Counseling, and Neurofeedback Working Together
Your care plan may include different types of support, based on your needs and preferences.
Medication + Counseling
Medication may help manage symptoms while counseling offers space to build coping skills and work toward meaningful change.
ADHD Support
Discuss how medication, counseling, and, when appropriate, neurofeedback may fit your goals for attention and daily functioning.
Trauma-Informed Care
Explore medication and counseling with attention to your comfort and choice. Ask whether neurofeedback may be appropriate for your needs.
What to Expect
Starting medication care can bring up questions—and you don’t have to have all the answers before your first visit. We’ll take time to understand what you’re experiencing, explain your options, and help you feel informed about each next step.
Your voice matters throughout the process. Together, we’ll create a plan that reflects your needs, preferences, and goals.
A Thoughtful First Visit
We’ll discuss your concerns, history, and goals in a relaxed setting.
A Plan You Understand
You’ll get clear information and a plan that fits your needs and preferences.
Ongoing Check-Ins
We’ll follow up regularly to see how you’re doing and make adjustments as needed.
Whole-Person Mental Health Care, Including Medication
You deserve care that makes room for your questions, your preferences, and your goals.